Think twice before you next throw that citrus peel in the bin because, apart from being a tasty snack, experts now consider oranges a natural beauty wonder ingredient; extracts can help fade pigmentation, brighten your complexion, clear stubborn blemishes and even reduce oiliness.

This simple, not to mention wallet-friendly, face mask will leave your skin looking refreshed and radiant in no time.

Firstly, you’ll need to prepare the orange peel powder.

1. Wash two oranges in hot water.

2. Peel off the orange rind.

3. Dry the rinds either in the sun for about three days or alternatively bake in the oven at a very low temperature setting until they are completely dry and brittle.

4. Once dry, pop them into your food processor or blender and pulse until they are ground into a powdery consistency.

DIY Face Mask

Next, it’s time to make the mask. You’ll need:

1tsp orange peel powder

1tsp honey

2tsp natural yogurt

Mix the ingredients into a paste, apply the mask to your face and décolletage, and leave on for 10 minutes (ideally with your feet up and a cup of herbal tea in hand!). It will rinse off easily with warm water and can be followed by your favourite sunscreen (if day) or moisturiser (if night).

Emily has a passion for writing, travel and all things beauty, adhering to the idea that what we put on our skin is just as important as what we put in our bodies. Living a holistic lifestyle is key for Emily and she loves mixing up her training sessions. Emily hopes her writing will educate readers on fresh ways to lead a healthier life as well as inspire them to experiment with trends and hone their own personal style.